Intocore Technology, a company specializing in plasma-based semiconductor and clean energy solutions, announced on April 29 that it has received an A·A rating in the technical evaluation required for a KOSDAQ special technology listing.
The technical evaluation is an essential step for special technology listings. Applicant companies must undergo assessments of their technological capabilities and business potential by two specialized evaluation agencies designated by the Korea Exchange. Intocore Technology received an A rating from both agencies, thereby meeting the requirements to apply for a preliminary KOSDAQ listing review.
In the semiconductor sector, Intocore Technology develops and sells RPS (Remote Plasma Source) and PPS (Plasma Pre-Treatment System) equipment for semiconductor manufacturing processes. Leveraging its plasma equipment technology, the company is conducting joint development projects with major global semiconductor equipment manufacturers and plans to launch next-generation remote plasma process equipment this year.
In Korea, the company is actively conducting mass production evaluations with SK hynix and Samsung Electronics and is selling products to major clients. Additionally, Intocore Technology is working with a leading global vacuum pump company to commercialize its PPS equipment.
In the eco-friendly energy sector, the company is developing plasma-based energy production equipment for clean fuels such as hydrogen, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and bio-methanol, as well as for the production of synthesis gas for industrial use and advanced carbon materials. Intocore Technology has signed a joint research and development agreement with the Sudokwon Landfill Site Management Corporation for carbon-negative hydrogen production and has successfully built a pilot plant for hydrogen production using landfill gas. The company has also begun construction of a demonstration plant for SAF production using landfill gas as a feedstock.
Intocore Technology has demonstrated its technological capabilities and market potential by attracting cumulative investment from major institutional investors such as Samsung Venture Investment, Korea Development Bank, and Jiyu Investment. It was also selected as one of the "Top 100 Green Promising Companies" by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups, recognizing its competitiveness in the field of eco-friendly future technologies.
Intocore Technology plans to apply for a preliminary KOSDAQ listing review based on the results of the technical evaluation and this year's business performance.
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